The Vamps Hosting Cartoon Network’s Countdown to Summer

LONDON: To celebrate the release of Kung Fu Panda 3 on Blu-ray and DVD, the British pop rock band The Vamps are taking over Cartoon Network to kick off its official Countdown to Summer.

Beginning today, July 11, The Vamps will appear on the channel as part of its Countdown to Summer and to promote the DVD and Blu-ray release of the movie, featuring the band’s hit single, “Kung Fu Fighting.” Between shows, The Vamps will entertain kids through various activities, including a hacky-sack competition and a martial arts training session with Po, the film’s protagonist. Kung Fu Panda 3 is available on Blu-ray and DVD starting today.

Cartoon Network’s summer holiday lineup kicks off on Monday, July 25, with all-new episodes of Nexo Knights. The summer schedule also includes weekend marathons and all-new episodes of shows such as Adventure Time, The Amazing World of Gumball, Regular Show, Yo-Kai Watch and Teen Titans Go!

The Vamps said: “This summer we’re taking over Cartoon Network for their official Countdown to Summer and teaming up with Kung Fu Panda 3, which is available on July 11 on DVD and Blu-ray, featuring our hit single ‘Kung Fu Fighting.’ We’re big fans of Cartoon Network, which is why we’re so excited to be taking over the channel to help you count down to the holidays!”